Consumer Quote by Mikhail Gorbachev
“The model of the consumer society is something that will one day end. My personal view is that too much consumption is wrong.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Reform Address, 1990
Consumer-driven societies are unsustainable; excessive consumption harms environment and social equity.
In simple terms: Too much consumption is harmful.
Key Takeaway
Promote sustainable consumption.
Themes
environment
economics
social equity
Mood
concerned
optimistic
Type
political
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- education
- community planning
Key Concepts
sustainability
overconsumption
systemic risk
Questions to Reflect On
- What policies can reduce overconsumption?
- How can individuals shift values?
A Different Perspective
Changing habits is difficult without systemic incentives.
